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You’ve seen the photos a thousand times. A stunning, almost impossibly vibrant turquoise water that shifts between a dozen shades of brilliant blue, lapping against a beach of pure white, powder-soft sand. It’s the image that defines Cancun. It’s the view you’ve been dreaming of, the one you’re spending your hard-earned money to experience. You …

Read More about The #1 Mistake Travelers Make When Booking a Cancun Resort

It’s one of the oldest and most whispered-about travel hacks in the book. The legend of the “$20 trick” (sometimes called the “sandwich”) is simple: discreetly fold a $20 or $50 bill between your credit card and ID when you check into your hotel. As you hand it over, you politely ask, “Do you have …

Read More about The “20-Dollar Trick”: Does it Actually Work for a Room Upgrade in Cancun?

If your Cancún routine is stuck on resort buffets and beach-club burgers, we’ve got tastier news. Beginning 5–6 July, downtown’s Parque de las Palapas turns into a recurring, open-air kitchen called ¡Qué Rico es Cancún! (How Delicious Cancun is!)—and it promises to pop up every single month with a fresh culinary theme. Think of it …

Read More about New Local Flavors Food Festival To Launch Monthly In Cancun! Here is How You Can Attend!

For decades, the ultimate image of relaxation in the Riviera Maya was a massage in a quiet, air-conditioned room, with the faint sound of the ocean somewhere in the distance. It was peaceful, it was pleasant, but it was also predictable. Now, a new trend is taking root deep in the lush jungles just beyond …

Read More about Beyond the Beach: Why “Jungle Spas” Are Becoming the Riviera Maya’s Hottest Wellness Trend

In the world of travel, some destinations are popular, and some are true powerhouses. And when it comes to North Americans looking for a Mexican getaway, the data shows that one destination stands in a league of its own: Cancun. It’s not just a feeling; it’s a statistical fact. According to the latest official tourism …

Read More about It’s Not Even Close: Why Nearly Half of All North American Travelers to Mexico Choose Cancun

The first time we at The Cancún Sun set eyes on Ek Balam, we were blown away. There’s nothing like the feeling of being on top of a 95-foot pyramid, staring over an ocean of jungle so green it looks fake. No ropes, no whistles, no guards yelling “¡Bájate!” the way they do at Chichén …

Read More about This Hidden Mayan Ruin Near Cancun Lets You Do the One Thing Chichén Itzá Forbids

Not long ago, Tulum’s reputation was built on a specific kind of magic: barefoot, bohemian-chic party vibes. It was the go-to spot for younger travelers seeking yoga by day and energetic beach parties by night, all fueled by a sense of rustic, affordable coolness. But stroll through Tulum today, and you’ll feel a palpable shift …

Read More about Tulum’s Shift From Party Town To Wellness & Luxury: Will It Help Restore Record Tourism?

Imagine you’ve spent months planning the perfect family vacation to Playa del Carmen. You booked a beautiful, family-friendly beachfront resort with a trusted name, perfect for you and the kids. Your flights are paid for, the vacation time is approved, and you’re all counting down the days. Then, the news drops: the hotel is changing …

Read More about Major Hyatt Resort in Playa del Carmen to Go Adults-Only, Leaving Guests Scrambling Over Brand Change

The promise is everywhere in Cancún’s Hotel Zone: glossy banners that scream “$500 Resort Credit!” FOMO kicks in; who doesn’t want free spending money for the spa or off-site tours? Yet scroll past the offer and you’ll discover service-fee clauses, coupon fine print, and minimum-night caveats that quietly shift part of that “gift” back onto …

Read More about How A $100 Cancun Resort ‘Credit’ Can Actually Add $20 to Your Bill

When you picture Cancun, you picture the beach. It’s the postcard image burned into our minds: brilliant turquoise water meeting a stretch of impossibly white, powder-soft sand. It’s the reason millions of us flock here every year. But keeping that paradise looking perfect isn’t just a matter of luck or magic; it’s a matter of …

Read More about How Cancun’s Community Spirit is Keeping Its Paradise Beaches Clean for Visitors